These shoes are incredibly comfortable! I bought these shoes based on the reviews and their looks. I wanted a casual hush puppy look. Please note that I am 55 years old and have bad legs. My legs hurt after walking about a quarter mile. 8 years Marine Corps, active in sports in my youth, my legs paid their price. After a year of ownership I can say these are my most comfortable shoes I have ever had. Even more than the few Ekkos I own. I can't stress this enough. Usually my legs kill me at the end of a 10 hour day. But these shoes have such good construction and comfort that I look forward to the days when I can wear them. If your legs hurt like that old warhorse, they won't let you down. Add a Dr. Added Shoels insert for extra comfort. You will not be disappointed. (PS: They also held up great. These are not work boots but leisure boots)